Ep 097 (S6E4) Ruth: Part 3 - Winnowing and Fruit-bearing

References: We can arrange, but God brings to fruition. Naomi’s conviction/responsibilityBoaz will be winnowing זָרָה (zaw-raw')  … as God winnows the righteous from the unrighteousHow do we fair in God’s winnowing process?Boaz was in good spirits, his heart was merry, he felt great. (see Ecc 3:13)v 9 - “spread your wings over your servant.”Recall last episode and 2:12Ruth 3:11 - “a virtuous woman”think of the “Eshet Chayil”, recited before the Shabbat meal on Friday evenings. (The Chosen)Ruth’s obedience/risk/blessingRuth’s actions could have soiled her reputation …Humiliation vs. humilityReminded of John 12:1-8; Mt 26:6-13… and Boaz’s reputation (v 14)Boaz generously blesses her and NaomiGod won’t rest until He has taken care of our redemption!